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lapfog_1

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59. no.. I have the same condition.

Mon Jul 22, 2024, 12:38 AM

Jul 22

I am just in earlier stages of it. It is called aphasia. It is the inability to recall a name or a word you want to say. It get progressively worse.

When Biden is off the tele prompter you can see it... he will start to say something to make a point... stop... and sort of drift off and eventually says "whatever". I've seen him do it numerous times in live appearances. Some subjects like foreign affairs and NATO, he is the master ( despite his occasional stutter ). This has nothing to do with stuttering. It is the inability to remember something that you KNOW YOU KNOW. Reaching for a word or a name or something. Sometimes I forget the name of good friends from just a few years ago. My condition is not serious yet... but I see the signs of "covering". I am 13 years younger than Biden.

The job of President, if you take it seriously, is one of the hardest jobs on the planet... probably THE hardest jobs. If you get the DVD set of "The West Wing" be sure and watch the extras they added where they interview real ex-Presidents. As Jimmy Carter says... only the really difficult questions get to the President's desk, usually where there are lives at stake now and in the future. These decisions age you enormously ( but only if you care about other people than yourself ).

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I've given up all hope [View all] Siwsan Jul 21 OP

This really has been a tough week for everybody. I have no answers for this. Walleye Jul 21 #1

I predict that if the convicted felon 'wins' again, he won't be there for long. They chose Vance for a very good reason Siwsan Jul 21 #3

Oh yes, Trump is expendable to Putin Walleye Jul 21 #5

I trust President Biden's decision and that he's doing what's best for the country! samsingh Jul 22 #71

Me too Bettie Jul 21 #2

It should be fine Calculating Jul 21 #6

Everyone in my stupid little red town knows Bettie Jul 21 #8

"Fine"? For those who can change a cap and B.See Jul 21 #22

PLEASE tell me you forgot the sarcasm thingy!!! niyad Jul 22 #57

Trump's Niece Says 'Nobody Will Be Safe' - 'That Is Explicitly Laid Out In Donald's Project 2025' B.See Jul 22 #70

Yes. As somebody here pointed out earlier, valleyrogue Jul 22 #47

I feel the same, hugs to you. Can't imagine this after losing your little dear.😿 we can do it Jul 21 #4

It is going to be hard for me to care about another candidate again PatSeg Jul 21 #7

Don't forget the olgarchs Bettie Jul 21 #9

That's for sure PatSeg Jul 21 #10

Even this candidate? ShazzieB Jul 21 #11

It won't be the same for me PatSeg Jul 21 #12

I wasn't that excited about Biden in 2020 democrattotheend Jul 21 #14

We'll never know what a 2nd Biden term would PatSeg Jul 21 #19

You know what I just want a Democratic president...I like Kamala...but some Biden voters are likely to not turn out. Demsrule86 Jul 21 #30

Anderson Clayton (current head of the NC Dem party) was an early Bettie Jul 22 #56

Yeah I felt that way when Hillary ran...I hope Kamala can win. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #44

I couldn't agree more ribrepin Jul 21 #15

You too? PatSeg Jul 21 #20

I understand! ShazzieB Jul 21 #18

Thank you ShazzieB PatSeg Jul 21 #21

It didn't escape our notice that many who didn't support Biden never liked him despite the great accomplishments. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #46

The Declaration of Independence applies just as much now as it did in 1776. roamer65 Jul 21 #13

Hang in there MustLoveBeagles Jul 21 #16

Joe Biden has exceeded all expectaitons. I TRUST his descision, even in dropping from re-election. mackdaddy Jul 21 #17

Joe can't help us now...he was forced out... Demsrule86 Jul 21 #26

He can and will help us now. totodeinhere Jul 22 #32

Joe can't help us now...he was forced out... Demsrule86 Jul 21 #27

I feel the same...Hubs is from Ireland...he was born here but his MOM and Dad were Irish. Demsrule86 Jul 21 #23

Self de Tribetime Jul 21 #24

This message was self-deleted by its author BannonsLiver Jul 21 #25

I hear what you're feeling but why do you have so little hope in the rest of the Democratic bench? meadowlander Jul 21 #28

I think Biden's incredible act of courage is energizing our party. We will win. walkingman Jul 21 #29

Oh please... nice try. Biden was forced out...there is nothing heroic about this. Can we just stop pretending... Demsrule86 Jul 22 #53

This video might make you feel anglesphere Jul 21 #31

The Democratic party is you. Eko Jul 22 #33

What about the big donors? My primary vote was cancelled at the their behest. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #35

Let me know which ones are upset about Biden dropping out Eko Jul 22 #43

I am dissapointed but I always vote. Not eveyone does. I have done get out the votes for decades... Demsrule86 Jul 22 #52

All you can do is all you can do. Eko Jul 22 #54

I'm pissed about it as well. Eko Jul 22 #48

OMG... this entire thread lapfog_1 Jul 22 #34

Well Kamala didn't do anything...now did Nancy... Demsrule86 Jul 22 #36

I honestly don't know what you mean. lapfog_1 Jul 22 #50

We had a primary and votes were counted no one should fuck with such votes...and what happens if we don't win? Demsrule86 Jul 22 #72

I would appreciate it if you would quit trashing Biden. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #38

Well said! obamanut2012 Jul 22 #40

He has a mental disability? Eko Jul 22 #49

no.. I have the same condition. lapfog_1 Jul 22 #59

You dont really know that. Eko Jul 22 #61

nope... there is reporting by people I respect that also say this lapfog_1 Jul 22 #64

He is a journalist. Eko Jul 22 #66

This message was self-deleted by its author Eko Jul 22 #63

I'm not in the gutter of my depressions. Eko Jul 22 #67

I know what I have observed. lapfog_1 Jul 22 #68

Because, Eko Jul 22 #69

I agree with what you said. I was a Biden supporter right up to the end, sent a large donation just last week.. Fla Dem Jul 22 #73

Hard to believe we've gone from betraying the best President we put in the White House since FDR lees1975 Jul 22 #37

and spewing the same insults used to get rid of him. Demsrule86 Jul 22 #39

Like a school of fish soandso Jul 22 #55

That's the spirit! JFC with this. Klarkashton Jul 22 #41

Take a minute, feel sad, and then regroup iemanja Jul 22 #42

I am very angry about this. valleyrogue Jul 22 #45

There is always hope. Arthur_Frain Jul 22 #51

Take a deep breath, take a break, & reqroup. CaptainTruth Jul 22 #58

Hugggggggs. I know these last few weeks have been very hard for you, niyad Jul 22 #60

If it's any solace Quiet Em Jul 22 #62

Don't give up hope.... William Gustafson Jul 22 #65